Consultant in Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

NHS HIGHLAND - Raigmore Hospital, Inverness

Job Reference: RT1 219631

Hours: 10PA's / 40 hours per week (40 hour week in full time equivalent)

Salary: £111,430 - £148,064 per annum pro rata

Overview

NHS Highland is seeking a third Breast Surgeon to join our multidisciplinary team and replace a colleague retiring this year. Within the Highland Breast Centre in Inverness we host the North of Scotland Breast Screening Service which screened 14,000 women last year and provide a specialist symptomatic service for the populations of NHS Highland and NHS Western Isles. The Centre manages around 300 new breast cancer diagnoses each year.

Responsibilities

• Provide the surgical service for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer patients.
• Deliver oncoplastic breast surgery - experience strongly desirable.
• Co operate with the multi-disciplinary team to manage screening and symptomatic patients.
• Support and mentor non medical staff and nurses, contributing to a high quality patient focused service.
• Engage in teaching and research activities in partnership with the University of Aberdeen.
• Participate actively in regional collaborations as part of the North Cancer Alliance and the North of Scotland Breast Screening Service.

Qualifications & Experience

• Board certified consultant breast surgeon (or equivalent).
• Strong background in breast surgery with an emphasis on oncoplastic techniques preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi disciplinary team and to lead by example.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.

Contact & Application

Applicants are expected to make contact with the department before applying. Informal enquiries will be welcomed by

• Mr Nick Abbott or Mr Russell Mullen - Tel .

Application closing date: 08/04/2026.

EEO Statement

HS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Working Hours & Pay

From 1 April 2024 NHS Scotland will reduce the full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours with no change in pay. This advert reflects the new working hours; however, a temporary increase of up to 30 minutes per week may be required for some service areas.